Flashcards : European Borders: History and Identity — 10 cartes

Political boundaries that are fluid and negotiable.

Separate member states, often less rigid.

Control entry/exit, emphasize sovereignty.

Classifies and organizes geographical and political space.

Symbolizes political power over movement.

Rise of national identities and states.

Ottoman Empire vs Western kingdoms.

Geographic area, no political unity.

Large territories, but Europe not a political unit.

Christianity and Christendom.